1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, both 1979 Cadillac Eldorado and 1979 Volvo 66 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1979 Volvo 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Volvo 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
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1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Eldorado | 66 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |